Principal : Christine Wild Phone— 6559 9261

Fax—6559 6475 Email—northhaven-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

NORTH HAVEN

PUBLIC SCHOOL

“THE FUTURE IS OURS”

Newsletter

29th August 2019 Term 3 Week 6 (Issue No.27)

Dear Parents, carers and community members, Tell Them From Me ~ Parent/Carer Survey ~ The survey opened on Monday 26th August. Please use the link below to complete the survey. We are hoping for a maximum response, so a true and accurate picture of the attitudes, perceptions and ideas of our school community can be captured. We will also make some ipads available in the foyer during Family Conference week so you could take that opportunity to complete the survey if you haven’t had a chance to do this before.

https://nsw.tellthemfromme.com/nhpsfam

Family Conferences The bookings are now open for Family Conferences on 9th - 12th September. The link will be included in the note. The bookings will close at 3.30 pm on the afternoon before your child’s conference day. If you need to change your booking or make an appointment after this time please phone the office. Your child will have undertaken some reflection on their progress towards their goals. Your input and support for this process is most valued. Parking Please be mindful that parking on the grass area near the crossing is prohibited and dangerous. We would greatly appreciate everyone abiding by this request. School Administration and Support Staff Week We are very fortunate to have skilled, dedicated and talented staff who support and enhance our administration, classes and school environment needs and aspirations. If you get a chance in the near future to say thank you for all they do, please take

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

VISION: North Haven Public School, in partnership with our community, promotes and provides a dynamic, future-focused learning environment fostering equity and excellence. Our school will deliver opportunities for every

student to become a successful learner and a caring, confident, creative individual.

that opportunity. Spring Fair It is nearly that time of the year and with only just over 2 weeks to go we ask that you consider your availability to help on stalls, make donations or pre-purchase ride packages. Kind regards, Christine Wild Principal

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Friday, 30th August Father’s Day Stall Tuesday, 3rd September ICAS Digital Technologies Competition Thursday, 5th September ICAS Science Competition 9th - 12th September Family Conferences Thursday, 12th September ICAS Spelling Competition Sunday, 15th September SPRING FAIR 9am-2pm

UNIFORM SHOP HOURS Monday morning 8.45—9.15 am Wednesday afternoon 2.45—3.15 pm Page 2

Father’s Day Stall

We will be holding a Father’s Day stall at school TOMORROW Friday, 30th August in time for Father’s Day on Sunday, 1st September. All children will have the opportunity to purchase ONE gift from the Father’s Day stall. Students may buy a second gift after all classes have purchased from the stall. Students should bring money on the day (NO money to the office, please). Gifts are now on display on the notice board near the canteen so students can view (and negotiate with their siblings) before they buy.

All gifts cost $5.00

Student Banking

There will be no student banking conducted at school for the next three weeks. School banking will resume on Monday, 23rd September. Students are still encouraged to save their money for the next three weeks and bank it together in one deposit on 23rd September.

North Haven Public School Student Absence Note

My child _______________________________________ of class _______

was absent from school on the following date/s _______________________________________________________

for the following reason _____________________________________________________________________________ Parent/Carer Signature : ____________________________ Date: ____________________________

Premier’s Debating Challenge Over the last few weeks our two debating teams, the North Haven Blues and the North Haven Maroons, competed in the Premier's Debating Challenge. Christa Dale, Ella Ferris, Oscar Geronimi, James Parker, Shyla Piper and Matilda Ray argued and rebutted their way through 4 rounds of debates against Lake Cathie Public School, Laurieton Public School and Taree West Public School.

Despite our best efforts, Taree West Public School were declared the overall winners and will go on to compete in the next round against schools in the surrounding zones.

All students involved competed with great courage and proudly represented North Haven Public School.

Terrific effort debaters!

Lauren Manning Debating Coach

NORTH HAVEN PUBLIC SCHOOL

2019 SPRING FAIR

15 SEPTEMBER 9 am - 2 pm

RAFFLE TICKETS Please keep those raffle tickets rolling in. Additional books of tickets are available at the office.

Tickets are $1.00 each Thank you to the families who have already returned their sold tickets. LOLLY STALL

How’s YOUR class going?? Who will win?

Class 1E is catching up on 3/4T, who are still just in the lead.

Come on everyone … let’s give these classes a run for their money! Keep those lollies rolling in.

White Elephant & Book Stall

We still need lots of good quality, pre-loved “junk” for the White Elephant stall, as well as quality books (no clothes please). If you need any items picked up from your home Mr Rob Douglas will collect them. Contact Rob on 0435 912 862. Thank you Rob for offering this service to our families.

DONATIONS … DONATIONS ... DONATIONS ... DONATIONS NEEDED

If every family could donate ONE item it would generate more than 150 prizes for our raffle & chocolate wheel.

Why not have a clean up on the weekend and re-gift some of those unwanted items cluttering your drawers and cupboards. Every donation will generate money for our wonderful school.

The countdown is on for fete day and there are still lots of blank time slots to be filled on our roster.

Your help is needed for one hour on fete day.

Please return the slip below or check the roster in the office foyer.

SPRING FAIR VOLUNTEER

I can help on Fete Day at the following time (please tick your preference)

8.00 am (set up)

9.00 –

10.00 am 10.00 – 11.00 am

11.00 –

12.00 pm 12.00 –

1.00 pm 1.00 –

2.00 pm 2.00 pm

(pack up)

BOOKS -

WHITE ELEPHANT

CHOCOLATE WHEEL

NOVELTY, LUCKY DIP & LOLLIES

BBQ

CRAFT

SUSTAINABLE LIVING

RIDE TICKETS

RAFFLE TICKETS

SHOWBAGS

SIDESHOW ALLEY

FACE PAINTING

PLANT STALL

MARTY’S GARDEN COMPOST

HAUNTED HOUSE

Name: Phone:

Eldest Child’s Name & Class:

North Haven Public School Spring Fair Sunday 15th September 9am - 2 pm

UNLIMITED RIDES WRIST BAND

If you would like to purchase your wrist band/s before the day, please fill out the order form below and return with your money to the office. Wrist bands can be collected on fete day from the Ride Ticket booth.

Cash payments accepted only No EFTPOS or online payments

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I would like to order ____ unlimited ride wrist bands for the 2019 Spring Fair. I enclose $ __________ (cash only) Child’s Name __________________________ Class _________ Age ______ Child’s Name __________________________ Class _________ Age ______ Child’s Name __________________________ Class _________ Age ______ Child’s Name __________________________ Class _________ Age ______

$25 per child when pre-purchased

$30 per child if purchased on fete day

$7 single ride on fete day

All wristbands include Sideshow Alley games

Available for siblings of NHPS students

FAMILY CONFERENCES

Letters were sent home last week with EVERY student detailing our Family Conferences, which will be conducted 9th to 12th September (the date varies for each class—check your letter for details). These discussions provide an excellent opportunity to highlight significant aspects of your child’s educational needs and progress. The conferences will involve you, your child and your child’s teacher. Twenty minutes has been set aside for each family’s conference. We will again use the online booking system, so you can book a conference time that suits your family by following these simple instructions –

Go to - www.schoolinterviews.com.au

bpcga ENTER THE CODE bpcga AND PRESS GO

SELECT THE APPOINTMENT TIMES THAT SUIT YOUR FAMILY BEST

ENTER YOUR DETAILS

SELECT THE TEACHERS YOU WISH TO SEE

When you click FINISH, your conference timetable will be emailed to you automatically. If you do not receive your email immediately check your junk mail folder AND make sure you have spelt your email address correctly.

BOOKINGS FOR EACH CLASS WILL CLOSE AT 3.30 PM ON THE DAY BEFORE THE CONFERENCES

PLEASE RING THE OFFICE IF YOU WANT

TO BOOK A TIME AFTER THE BOOKINGS HAVE CLOSED

You may change your bookings any time prior to the closing date, by re-visiting the

www.schoolinterviews.com website, and using the event code. Remember to use the same name and email address that you used when you made your

original booking.

Families who do not have internet access may contact the school for assistance. Please complete your online booking as soon as possible so that planning can be finalised. Late replies may not be able to be accommodated in their preferred time slot.

BOOK WEEK DRESS UP DAY

‘Reading is my Secret Power’